Planner/Scheduler - SWORD Prototype Group

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. Planner/Scheduler - SWORD Prototype Group As part of a small, accomplished team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will develop high-level schedule for complex engineered functioning prototypes and products that impact Blue Origin technology efforts within the SWORD Prototype Group. You will anticipate and identify schedule variance, conflict, and supply chain obstacles and provide actionable feedback and solutions based on KPI’s which support a product/project centric framework. Special Mentions Relocation may be provided Travel expected up to 10% of the time 1st Shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Interviews will include technical questions Location: Space Coast, FL (Titusville) Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Evaluate project requirements, including areas of uncertainty and development, and formulate team-wide priority, sequencing, and allocation while incorporating external factors Monitor and manage team-wide resources and provide actionable recommendations and solutions, especially for deconfliction at program level Maintain readiness to speak to KPIs of the group, including capacity, timing, and availability for development program/projects. Provide guidance and support continuous improvements to project planning framework and workflows Provide hands-on shop floor and ship-side support during builds; escalate constraints and drive them to resolution Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, distributors, and specialty vendors; support and expedite critical buys Apply working knowledge of manufacturing, material, and product development in developing high-level schedule for team Support team members, as required, in filling emergent gaps and areas of support Negotiate delivery expectations with internal customers and push back constructively on schedule or design demands as required Continuously monitor upstream inputs and provide actionable assessments to ensure success of the project Evaluate feasibility of new part requests based on complexity, tolerances, material, and shop capacity; provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback directly to design engineers Own the schedule and prioritization of work flowing through the SWORD Group, and communicate status clearly to leadership and customers Support team improvement initiatives Minimum Qualifications Affinity for and demonstrated success in: Planning for a fast-moving, dynamic, and evolving manufacturing environment and team Demonstrated success in being customer-centric and actively facilitating solutions with minimal direction 5+ years of experience in manufacturing planning, machine shop operations, or supply environment High School diploma, GED (General Educational Development), or equivalent Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers standard) Demonstrated experience purchasing raw materials and/or COTS hardware in a production or prototype setting, including preparing RFQs and managing supplier delivery Working experience with a Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, …

View the full posting and apply